Data Architect

University of Chicago - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Chicago, IL

Educational Services

About the position

The University of Chicago Consortium on School Research is seeking a Data Architect to lead the revamping of their data architecture, enhancing efficiency and ensuring reliable access to data for researchers. This role involves transitioning from flat data files to a relational database system, collaborating with internal teams and possibly third-party developers. The Data Architect will manage multiple tasks in a collaborative environment, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility while supporting research staff in their data needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop new data architecture and systems, including security, reference data, metadata, and master data.
• Collaborate with Consortium management, research staff, and IT team to develop and implement a data strategy and management processes.
• Translate business requirements into databases, data warehouses, and data streams.
• Create procedures to ensure data accuracy and accessibility.
• Convene with Consortium staff to determine data definitions and best practices.
• Develop APIs to retrieve data.
• Supervise research analysts in building new data architecture.
• Maintain the data library and documentation, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of data documentation, including decision rules on variables.
• Support research staff by discussing data requests and ensuring data meets analytical needs.

Requirements

• A college or university degree in a related field.
• 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• Experience analyzing data and understanding data processes.

Nice-to-haves

• A master's degree in computer science, information technology, data management, or related fields.
• Experience with coding languages like Python and Java for data analysis applications.
• Experience with machine learning and SQL for data manipulation.
• Familiarity with data modeling tools like ERWin or Visio.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling